PRODUCT NAME: 12% RARE EARTH HEX-CEM

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SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION: 12% RARE EARTH HEX-CEM PRODUCT NAME:
PRODUCT USE: Drier; COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: OMG Borchers GmbH Berghausener Str. 100, 40764 Langenfeld, Germany Tel.: +49 2173 3926-830, Fax: +49 2173 3926-899 Email address: BorchersMSDS@eu.omgi.com EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: Carechem 24: +44 (0) 1235 239 670

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Flammable. Irritant. Irritating to skin.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS CHEMICAL NAME: Hexanoic acid, 2-ethyl-, rare earth salts Stoddard solvent 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol PERCENT: 50-80 20-40 0-10 CAS NO: 61788-37-2 8052-41-3 112-34-5 EINECS NO: 262-971-9 232-489-3 203-961-6 WARNING SYMBOL, R PHRASES AND OTHER INFORMATION: Xi; R38 Xn; R10, R65 Xi; R36

FURTHER INFORMATION: Mixture (preparation).

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

GENERAL INFORMATION: In case of persisting adverse effects consult a physician. EYE CONTACT: Separate eyelids, wash the eyes thoroughly with water (15 min). Seek medical advice immediately. Page 1 of 7

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________________________________________________________________________________________________ SKIN CONTACT: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Don't use solvents. Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. INHALATION: Remove affected person from the immediate area. Ensure supply of fresh air. Irregular breathing/no breathing: artificial respiration. Consult a physician. INGESTION: Do NOT induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Dry powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Alcohol-resistant foam. Dry sand. EXTINGUISHING MEDIA WHICH MUST NOT BE USED FOR SAFETY REASONS: Strong water jet. SPECIAL EXPOSURE HAZARDS ARISING FROM THE SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION ITSELF, ITS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS, OR RELEASED GASES: In the event of fire the following can be released: Carbon dioxide (CO2). Carbon monoxide (CO). Hydrocarbons. SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit. FURTHER INFORMATION: In the event of fire, cool tanks with water spray. Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/mists with a water spray jet. Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately. Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

PERSONAL PRECAUTIONS: Refer to protective measures listed in sections 7 and 8. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Ensure adequate ventilation. ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS: Do not discharge into the drains/surface waters/groundwater. METHODS FOR CLEANING UP: Soak up with inert absorbent material (e.g. sand, silica gel, universal binder, sawdust). Send in suitable containers for recovery or disposal. Section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING: Council Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work. SAFE HANDLING ADVICE: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Vapours may form explosive mixtures with air. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. If workplace exposure limits are exceeded, respiratory protection approved for this particular job must be worn. Page 2 of 7

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________________________________________________________________________________________________ TECHNICAL MEASURES/PRECAUTIONS: Provide good ventilation of working area (local exhaust ventilation if necessary). STORAGE: Council Directive 96/82/EC on the control of major-accident hazards involving dangerous substances (SEVESO II directive). TECHNICAL MEASURES/STORAGE CONDITIONS: Always keep in containers of same material as the original one. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. INCOMPATIBLE PRODUCTS: Acids. Oxidizing agents. Reducing agents.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

CHEMICAL NAME: Stoddard solvent 2-(2-butoxyethoxy)ethanol EXPOSURE LIMIT(S): 2-(2-Butoxyethoxy)ethanol Indicative occupational exposure limit values: 10 ppm / 67,5 mg/m3 (8h); 15 ppm / 101,2 mg/m3 (15min) SOURCE: Commission Directive 06/15/EEC

EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Council Directive 98/24/EC on the protection of the health and safety of workers from the risks related to chemical agents at work. OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapours. Avoid repeated exposure. Wear suitable protective equipment. Hold eye wash fountain available. Hold emergency shower available. Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately. Clean skin thoroughly after work. At work do not eat, drink, smoke or take drugs. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Keep working clothes separately. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: If ventilation is insufficient, use a respiratory protection apparatus; e.g. A2-P3 (DIN 3181). HAND PROTECTION: Protective gloves: Neoprene. EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses. SKIN AND BODY PROTECTION: Clothing as usual in the chemical industry. ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE CONTROLS: The employer shall fulfill requirements of IPPC Directive.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

GENERAL INFORMATION:
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Colour Odour Dark Solvent-like IMPORTANT HEALTH SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION: No data available. pH 157-196 C Boiling point/range > 38 C Flash point No data available. Flammability (solid, gas) No data available. Explosive properties No data available. Oxidizing properties No data available. Relative density No data available. Bulk density 2.6 mm Hg (20 C) Vapour pressure Reference substance: Mineral spirits Solubility -Water solubility No data available. -Fat solubility No data available. No data available. Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) appr. 50 cSt (20 C) Viscosity Type: Kinematic: No data available. Vapour density No data available. Evaporation rate OTHER INFORMATION: Melting point/range No data available.

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. MATERIALS TO AVOID: Acids. Oxidizing agents. Reducing agents. HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO2). Hydrocarbons.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ACUTE TOXICITY: No data available. CORROSIVE EFFECTS: Irritating to skin. SENSITIZATION: No data available. SUBACUTE TOXICITY: No data available.

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________________________________________________________________________________________________ REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY: No data available.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICITY: No data available. MOBILITY: No data available. PERSISTENCE / DEGRADABILITY: No data available. BIOACCUMULATIVE POTENTIAL: No data available. OTHER ADVERSE EFFECTS: No data available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Council Directive 91/689/EEC on hazardous waste. EWC WASTE CODE: 07 07 99 - Waste not otherwise specified. The listed waste code numbers, according to the European Waste Catalogue (EWC), are to be understood as a recommendation (2000/532/EC). WASTE FROM RESIDUES/UNUSED PRODUCTS: Contact manufacturer. Dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and national regulations. CONTAMINATED PACKAGING: Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible. Packaging that cannot be cleaned should be disposed as special waste in compliance with local and national regulations.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

LAND TRANSPORT ADR/RID: Class Classification code Packaging group Hazard ID no. Label UN-No Technical name Danger releasing substance MARINE TRANSPORT IMDG/GGVSee: Class Packaging group UN-No 3 F1 III 30 3 1993 Flammable liquid, n.o.s. Mineral spirits

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________________________________________________________________________________________________ Proper shipping name Flammable liquid, n.o.s. Danger releasing substance Mineral spirits EmS (Fire) F-E EmS (Spill) S-E Marine Pollutant: Label 3 AIR TRANSPORT ICAO/IATA: Class Packaging group UN-No Proper shipping name Danger releasing substance Label

3 III 1993 Flammable liquid, n.o.s. Mineral spirits 3

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

LABELLING IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVES: Labelling according to Directive 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC: SYMBOL(S): Xi - Irritant R-PHRASE(S): R10 - Flammable. R38 - Irritating to skin. S-PHRASE(S): S28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. NATIONAL REGULATIONS: Water contaminating class (Germany) = 2 German legislation on water endangering substances VwVwS UK Chemical Hazard Information and Packaging (CHIP 3)

16. OTHER INFORMATION

LIST OF RELEVANT R-PHRASES: R10 - Flammable. R36 - Irritating to eyes. R38 - Irritating to skin. R65 - Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed. FURTHER INFORMATION: This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006. Page 6 of 7

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________________________________________________________________________________________________ PREPARED BY: OMG Borchers GmbH REVISED INFORMATION: First issue. DISCLAIMER OF EXPRESSED AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES: The information in this document is believed to be correct as of the date issued. However, no warranty of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or any other warranty is expressed or is to be implied regarding the accuracy or completeness of this information, the results to be obtained from the use of this information or the product, the safety of this product, or the hazards related to its use. This information and product are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall make his own determination as to the suitability of the product for his particular purpose and on the condition that he assume the risk of his use thereof.

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